About Mark L.

You will be guided by me through method books and also use supplemental materials I create to help you advance. You will learn the basic 5 positions of the instrument to increase your sounding range. You will learn orchestra skills including following a conductor and articulation and intonation, styles of expression, and rhythm. I have been teaching violin for 7 years. My students have won seats in school orchestras and spots in various music schools. I want to be your next instructor.

About Mark

I teach according to your individual needs. I only teach in my own studio. I do not travel anymore. I also have time to teach lessons every other week. You may inquire to me about my availability to teach every other week on Saturdays. I help you become successful on piano, violin, cello, viola, bass, guitar, or bass guitar. I help you learn the instrument and learn to read music with my own ideas using fun worksheets and songs you really like to learn how to play. I fill your voids with activities such as practice techniques, sub-lessons, and ear training. I guide you toward proper posture, tone development, and the ability to keep a steady beat. I help you develop your musical independence by tweaking lessons to help you succeed. I help you have fun learning to read music for your instrument using my materials. I believe talent is not

a factor in learning. Mastering an instrument is the result of effective instruction and step by step guidance toward foundations and skills. I love to teach private lessons because I believe in spreading the word to make the great gift of playing music available to many. It is an inherited right and gift to enjoy a lifetime of personal satisfaction from playing a musical instrument. I love to help students build confidence and make progress. I help them problem solve by going through problems with them. I teach "how to think" and how to become a life long learner of the instrument. I love the challenge of finding ways to help students become successful at every step of the way. I am excited and enthused to be apart of student progress. I am influenced by many 20th Century performers including Van Cliburn, Oscar Peterson, George Shearing, Erroll Garner, Yudi Menuhin, Issac Stern and Horowitz among others. I am passionate in my teaching about providing an effective solution to my student's needs. I am pleased to announce my teaching has awarded a cello student a spot at Del Sol music high school for the 2017-2018 school year. this student of mine passed an audition January of 2017 as a result of my teaching. The student worked very hard and followed my instruction very well. Congratulations!! I am also pleased to announce two of my cello students have both passed auditions to play in the Las Vegas Youth Orchestra starting in September 2017. They both auditioned during May 2017. Congratulations to both of you!!! I also had a violin student who passed auditions for LVA (Las Vegas Academy) a couple of years ago. I have no connection to these organizations. These students all worked hard and followed my instruction. I can help you learn as well. Recently with the development of "octave" strings, if you have been split between learning violin, viola, or cello; these strings installed on a violin or viola make the instrument sound like a cello. It is really something. They are tuned an octave below, so they sound very low. A lot of cello music will have to be transcribed for owners of these instruments installed with "octave" strings. Videos can be found on YOU TUBE of these instruments played. They are ordinary violins or violas strung up with thicker strings to sound an octave below.

I am a professional educator who works with both children and adults, and has the patience to help them. I am a performer who has over 30 years of public experience in solo playing as well as ensemble work. I have performed at Nordstrom for nine years, and performed at many private functions. I have performed classical as well as jazz music as part as my performance experience. I have taught private lessons for well over 17 years. I'm sorry, as of Summer 2016 I do not travel to student locations. I teach at my studio. If you are among the many parents who home-school your children, you should consider music lessons for them. There are many benefits of home-schooling, but unfortunately students miss out on specials. Practicing an instrument can make up for that and also teach critical learning habits and personal skills toward learning in general.

*** Lesson Details ***I believe in personalizing your approach to the strangeness of the instrument. You need to learn much about posture, and proper tone production within the first year. Method books are not "how to" books. You need a teacher to guide you toward becoming familiar with the instrument. You also need to learn how to listen to the sounds you make as you play. To develop "musical independence" you need to become musically literate, develop tone production skills, and internalize a steady beat. Rhythm and tone are basic concepts that must be mastered to maximize pleasure in playing your instrument. Learning how to problem solve is another skill I teach so you can help yourself toward progress.I believe in using the instrument in daily activities such as playing "Happy Birthday" at family get together. Christmas Songs or Hanukkah Songs can bring much joy during December family parties. A musician in the house brings much joy during holidays and celebrations; and the families are brought closer together. Memories are created and last forever. Playing an instrument is exciting and expresses what can not be said using words. I believe in teaching students based on their strengths, and building upon them. I am excited to help you learn!!

I only teach in my own studio. I do not travel anymore.

You can advance quickly if you are taught to listen to yourself and follow my instruction. I will guide you every step of the way to understand how music making works. Music lessons are fun and enjoyable. I am pleased to guide you through your learning every step of the way. My students in Las Vegas have had much success with my teaching and guidance. I will succeed where others fail. You will reap the benefits of my professional instruction. I bring a wealth of teaching experience, teacher training, and professional playing experience to every lesson. Most music store studio instructors have very little or no teacher training. Playing experience does not make one a helpful teacher. Failure to learn "how to" teach along with not earning any teaching credentials will not make a satisfying music instructor.

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About Bruce S.

I teach beginning and intermediate violin. I use a great method book if the student needs one I can supply one. I teach both young people and adults. I use music thathas a play-along CD. Every one loves this type of learning method.

About Bruce

I received my degree from the University of Utah in instrumental music education. Along with specialized training in band and orchestra instruments, I also offer lessons in guitar, banjo, mandolin, and harmonica in playing and performance. When a student has a song they want to learn, I focus lessons around the requested song. I also have an extensive library of songs that I utilize. My music methodology is built around a song book that also has a CD attached. This has proven to be a lot of fun for all my students. It makes practice time more fun as they "play along" with the CD.

*** Lesson Details ***With folk instruments I start by teaching the student basic chords and basic chord sequences.In the beginning I stress the proper hand position and I spend some time perfecting the best finger position. This eliminates a lot of pr

oblems that will come up later. For the first songs I teach them songs that use those same chords and chord sequences. Soon after that I teach them how to read music. This is vital to being able to play lead on any folk instrument. As the student progresses he or she is exposed to many different styles of music I also will teach several different picking and strumming patterns. .The student is also taught about more advanced chord progressions and music theory that can be used in any situation.

For brass instruments I teach techniques in developing breath control and embouchure development. Attention to these details will eliminate problems that could come up in the future. The student will learn how to read music from the start. As the student develops these basic techniques I begin working on tone development and breath support. As the student progresses he or she will be exposed to many different musical styles. During the past two years I have been working for the Clark County School District as a Para Pro. I help students that need extra help to be more successful on their instrument. I specialize in teaching the lower brass family. That is the Tuba, Trombone and the Baritone. I also train new teachers in the lower brass family if the new teachers has no experience when they first start out.

*** Travel Equipment ***I can rent a guitar/banjo.I can provide an amplifier.I can provide PA and analog recording equipment.

*** Specialties ***Developed method for teaching very young students as well as adolescents and adults.

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Reviews

Chelsea Raduziner December 8, 2017·Ukulele·In home

Very informative, easy going, great ways of teaching

Lena Gomez April 21, 2017·Banjo·In studio

Bruce is great! I am an absolute beginner and he is very patient and I love that he teaches through song (after learning basic chords of course). Overall, he is a wonderful teacher.

Jim R. February 18, 2016·Banjo·In studio

Bruce is a fantastic teacher. He uses well planned-out lessons, but will modify as needed to fit the students ability and progress. He is enthusiastic about music and very knowledgable with multiple instrument playing abilities.

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Boulder City, NV 89005

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About Pearl G.

I have been teaching for 4 years and I use the Suzuki Method and other methods that I think would be beneficial for my students. No matter if you just want to learn for fun or you want to study music in college, we can talk about your goals for learning the violin.

About Pearl

Have you always wanted to learn the piano or violin? It’s never too late! I have been playing the piano and violin for 14 years and have been teaching for 2 years. I have a variety of experiences over the years, ranging from instructors who graduated from the Juilliard School of Music, Colburn Conservatory in Los Angeles and the Music Conservatory of Paris. I have also performed in piano competitions and have played solo piano with an orchestra. In addition, I was a member of the CSUN youth symphony and my college symphony.I can teach beginner to advanced students classical, broadway, pop and basic jazz on both the piano and violin. I can also assist you if you're struggling with music theory. While learning the piano, I studied music theory and took numerous tests that help me retain what I was learning. Music theory is an essential

part of learning to play the violin or piano and even other instruments.

I tailor my lessons uniquely to each of my students because my students should love the learning process. I am always willing to listen and to encourage each one of my students to keep on going!

*** Lesson Details ***I give 30 minute, 45 minute or 60 minute lessons. I also do lessons via Skype. You may email me for further information.

*** Travel Equipment ***I bring my violin and can also provide you with a music stand. I do require my students have their own violin, bow, shoulder rest and rosin.

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Paul C. March 14, 2015·Violin·Online

I am really enjoying Pearl's lessons. Pearl offers encouragement and guidance, and tells me of the necessary corrections to work on each week. I am always looking forward to the next lesson and feel more confident after we discussed the past week.

Lidya W. October 30, 2014·Violin·In studio

Pearl is a super awesome teacher! I'm so glad I got to be taught by her.
You're the best :)

Paula B. October 28, 2014·Violin·In home

Pearl is an extremely talented, sweet young woman. She was very flexible with our schedule and was really good working my daughter's unique personality. Thank you, Pearl.
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(7)

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$30
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About Miriam-Rose L.

I have been teaching classical violin for over 6 years, and have found the Suzuki method to be quite reliable. This method uses listening/ear training, repetition, and encouragement to help students develop technique while cultivating an extensive repertoire of music. I supplement my Suzuki lessons with basic theory, note reading, and an emphasis on practice techniques and artistry, and encourage experienced students to explore classical and traditional repertoire outside of the Suzuki method.

About Miriam-Rose

Hello! My name is Miriam-Rose, and I have been teaching violin/fiddle to students of all levels and ages for over six years. I was trained classically in the Suzuki method from a very young age, and also have a significant background in traditional music, specifically Scottish fiddle. During my time at Indiana University's Jacobs School of Music, I created my own degree with a focus on Scottish music, and also became the third place winner of the 2012 National Scottish Fiddle Championship.

In addition to my background in music, I have a degree in Ballet Performance from the Jacobs School of Music. I have been teaching ballet since 2010, and have taught and danced professionally here in the Chicago area since 2013.

Thanks, and I look forward to working with you!

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Isabella September 10, 2017·Violin·In studio

Mariam-Rose is a wonderful instructor.

Teagen June 29, 2017·Ballet·In studio

She's very knowledgeable. She used the time to really analyze and work with my daughters ability. Afterwards she gave great advice, the pros and cons on what she needs to work on.

Eric October 20, 2016·Ballet·In studio

Very good at explaining concepts in a second, or sometimes third, way so that her student can make an inner connection. I also admire the way she organizes her lessons so we refresh and enhance the previous session and then move on to new technique. Appreciate the professional way she communicates as necessary outside class, too.

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Online

(12)

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$35
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About Calvin G.

Learn all of the fundamentals and skills to becoming a great violinist!

About Calvin

Hello and welcome to my profile here on takelessons.com thanks for stopping by! My name is Calvin and I’ve been teaching students of all ages for more than 16 years now.I started my personal music journey at 4 years old first learning piano and guitar and multiple other instruments from there. My father was my first music instructor which grounded me in the foundation and theory of music while at the same time knowing that ear training and learning how to play with other musicians was just as important. From there I had the privilege of learning jazz, blues, and many other styles from the late Hal Stesch at UNLV School of Music who played piano and organ for many great artists including Elvis, The Platters, Frank Sinatra, and many more. Currently my wife and lead Praise and worship 3 to 4 times weekly a two different church campuses an

d also perform every Saturday at a Branson style show in Liberty, Texas.My approach to teaching music is to customize lessons to the student’s interests while still maintaining the essentials and foundations including music theory, scales, and reading music. I like to incorporate particular songs and genres of music that the student likes by providing customized tracks with their particular instrument taken out so that feel a sense of accomplishment and get the practice of playing along with other musicians which benefits in the ear training process. I look forward to meeting and "jamming" with you soon!

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alex April 4, 2016·Guitar·In home

Great beginning!

Douglas M. March 2, 2016·Piano·In home

It only took one lesson to realize I made the right decision selecting Calvin. He is patient and truly customize your lessons for reaching your goals. If you are serious about playing, I would recommend him as an instructor.

Anita T. January 12, 2016·Piano·In home

My son had his first piano class with Calvin and he enjoyed the lesson very much!

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About Sean H.

I've been playing the violin for 16 years. I have played all major classical and romantic composers' works. I am also adept at fiddle music, Celtic, and film scores. For beginners and intermediates, I can be proficient in instructing them on the Suzuki books. I can provide insight and wisdom on the patience and self-discipline that it takes for learning and playing the violin.

My lessons are unique in that I offer the very first lesson, for beginners, free of charge. For intermediates, I offer their first lesson with me at half-price. For those who are taking up the violin again, I offer their first lesson at half-price.

Thank You,Sean

About Sean

I've been playing the violin for 16 years. I have an extensive knowledge and experience playing classical, romantic, and modern composers. I can provide insight and wisdom on the patience and self-discipline it takes to develop your abilities in playing the violin.

Admittedly, I do not have much teaching experience, however I offer, for beginners, their first lesson free of charge. For intermediates, I offer your first lesson half-price. For those who are returning back to the violin, I offer your first lesson half-price as well. I can provide proficient instruction on the Suzuki books.

Additionally, I can teach fiddle music, Celtic, and film scores. Although, I'm interested in any music you wish to learn. Thank you for your time, and I hope to hear from you.

Respectfully,Sean

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Sean H.

Henderson, NV 89052

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$25
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About Brooke S.

My goal as a teacher is to provide consistent and positive learning opportunities for each student by:1. Developing a well-balanced lesson plan that benefits the student.2. Provide performance opportunities.3. Encouraging regular practice.4. Communicating progress with the parent and student.

About Brooke

On top of teaching technique, I use resources such as music books, games, songs, and various musical activities to make lessons enjoyable and educational for all students. The more fun you have while learning your instrument, the more information you will be able to remember later on!

Aside from the fun stuff, I also work on important skills that benefits students inside and outside of lessons. I work with students on building their showmanship skills along with their confidence to make them feel more comfortable in performance settings with their instrument.

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Brooke January 22, 2018·Violin·Online

Sarah G. December 19, 2017·Violin·Online

Morgan September 9, 2017·Violin·In home

I'm an avid fan of hers and attend the concerts she puts on for her students in winter and spring. She only teaches violin, but she is very knowledgeable of music in general and helped me practice notes and counting on piano. She also taught me how to correctly hold the bow for a cello, when before I thought a cello was just a larger violin.

She raves about her students' progress to me a lot. I find that enthusiasm is contagious and I know her love for teaching positively influences her students--just this year I could hear the improvement many of them made in the months between their winter and spring concerts.

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About Miranda K.

Anyone can learn to make music. All ages are welcome! Every student is different and therefore has different needs and abilities. Creating a lasting connection with each student is important to the learning process. I am patient, caring, and quick to adapt to different learning styles. Lessons are customizable based on the needs and goals of each student. Students will be building a strong foundation of note reading, music theory, sight reading, technique, and more. I love teaching the violin, and I have been playing for 8 years. Let's get started!

About Miranda

I love teaching the violin, and I have been playing for 8 years. I am currently studying violin performance and business at UNLV. I play in the Henderson Symphony Orchestra as well!

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Miranda K.

Las Vegas, NV 89154

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$28
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About Julian P.

Rosin up your bow and dig into your favorite music! I have experience in a wide variety of genres on the violin/fiddle including: bluegrass, classical, jazz, old time and many other fiddle traditions. It is my firm belief that you learn best what you are interested and excited about. That’s why I make a special effort to cater to each students’ interests and provide the tools and techniques necessary to achieve their goals. Please send me a message with any questions you may have. Best,

Julian

About Julian

Recently named the winner of the 2016 Fresh Grass fiddle competition, Julian Pinelli is a free-spirited violinist who spins a deep tone in his music. Rooted in the bluegrass of his home in Southern Appalachia, Julian taps into a new dimension combining diverse musical influences with the intricacies of acoustic sound.

Julian spent his childhood surrounded by many iconic acoustic musicians including fiddler Bobby Hicks – whose smooth and lush sound has had a big impact on Julian’s playing. Now residing in Boston and attending Berklee College of Music, Julian has been honored with both the 2016 Fletcher Bright Award and Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival’s 2015 Bill Vernon Memorial Scholarship.

Julian unites his passion for improvising with the earthy resonance of acoustic music. “I have always been drawn to the simple and pure tone of acou

stic instruments and their inherent expressiveness.” Both adventurous and traditional, Julian creates music that respects traditions such old time and bluegrass while staying fresh at the cutting edge of musical innovation.About

Appearing on stages across the United States and Canada, Julian has played at many notable bluegrass festivals including: Merlefest, Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival, Fresh Grass, and Planet Bluegrass. Julian now performs with his own acoustic quartet OctoPladd and also subs extensively for groups including the progressive bluegrass band Front Country, and the acoustic metal sensation The Stash! Band.

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Julian P.

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"I really appreciate Mark's patience with a 10 year old with no music experience whatsoever! He is really good at what he does."

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"Mr. Lacey is the Best!!

My 5 year old LOVES him. Mr. Lacey communicates well with his students. He uses positive reinforcement, but makes it a point to t

each that students take ownership. My grandson has only been taking lessons for a couple of months, and is already playing several songs on the violin. I would totally recommend Mr. Lacey to anyone interested in learning an instrument."

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Review by Marissa

"Mark is so great!!!He has taught my daughter so much in such a short time!!!!Highly recommend him."

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Review by Pam

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Mark is an excellent teacher. He motivates with praise, and corrects gently. He is so knowledgable that he leads rather than pushes. One of the best

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Review by Danyella

"Mr. Mark is an amazing teacher who is very accommodating and so relaxed when he teaches that won't make a student be intimidated at all. I can see that m

y daughter is very comfortable with him during the lessons especially with sharing some ideas and thoughts for her improvement in playing her violin. After just a few sessions, my daughter already told me that she became more confident in playing with the orchestra in school. She said that Mr. Mark knows what he is talking about. 😊👍"

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